Virtual Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for a Virtual Assistant to join our team and provide administrative support to the Academic Director.
As this is a startup and you'll be working closely alongside the Academic Director, the ideal candidate will have the chance to get involved in practically all operational aspects of the business. As we are a language training startup, preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate a true passion for languages and language learning, as well as working with startups.
This is a freelance role. There may be anything from 30 minutes to 4 hours per weekday depending on workload.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing emails and telephone calls, setting and completing tasks, interviewing potential freelance teachers for work, speaking to inbound prospects about the services we provide (full training given), and other administrative tasks as needed.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, both written and spoken, and a keen eye for detail. We are looking for someone who is reliable, organised, and has a strong work ethic.
Responsibilities:
- Writing and responding to emails from clients, teachers and other stakeholders.
- Telephoning clients and teachers on occasion if required.
- Assigning, organising and completing tasks via our task management system.
- Maintenance of the CRM, Tutor management system, finance system and other records (spreadsheets etc) and ensuring all information is recorded, updated and accurate at all times.
- Interviewing potential freelance teachers for roles (full training will be given on this).
- Conducting discovery calls with prospects via telephone/Zoom/Teams (full training will also be given on this).
Requirements:
- Own PC with Microsoft Outlook Dropbox and Firefox.
- Must be prepared to meet via Teams in the morning each day during the week for a briefing with the Academic Director prior to starting work.
Job Type: Freelance
Salary: £15.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
- Administrative: 5 years (preferred)
Language:
- English (preferred)
Work Location: Remote
Expected start date: 07/08/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Virtual Assistant roles across UK Language Project's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £15 - £15 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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